The Company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.
The Position
Assistant Production Manager
Job Summary
Production Support
- Support the development and follow-up of production plans, ensuring alignment with customer orders and internal workflows.
- Monitor material consumption, labor usage, and equipment efficiency, identifying and reporting anomalies or deviations.
- Ensure that production processes comply with established procedures and technical standards.
- Ensure product sampling and handover to the quality lab comply with established procedures
- Assist in coordinating production start-ups, changeovers, and shutdowns.
- Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of production processes and tools.
Process & Performance Monitoring
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to output, process efficiency, and quality.
- Follow up closely product quality with the quality lab, define corrective actions in case of quality issues and coach people to deliver the expected product quality
- Provide accurate and timely reporting to the Production Manager on work progress and process performance.
- Propose corrective actions in the case of inefficiencies or workflow disruptions.
Cost & Resource Optimization
- Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs and optimize resources (methods, equipment, materials).
- Participate in budgeting activities related to production costs.
Team Coordination & Communication
- Act as an operational liaison between the Production Manager and shop floor supervisors.
- Coach actively the people on the shop floor to ensure safety, productivity and quality expectations are met
- Ensure clear communication across departments (maintenance, quality, supply chain) to support smooth production flows.
- Promote a positive work environment and foster teamwork.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience requirements
Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Industrial Management or related field, or proven experience in industrial production environments.- Solid understanding of production flows, manufacturing systems, and industrial processes.
- Proven track record in leading and coaching people
Soft skills and abilities
- Strong analytical thinking and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, and support change initiatives.
- Reliable, precise, and proactive personality.
Position Type
Full time
and
Permanent
Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:
recruiting.support@ imerys.com
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.
To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.
To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.
IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.
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